Hiring Now | Video Editor (Social Media, Performance Marketing & Visual Storytelling) | Remote Independent Contractor | LATAM & South Africa

A fast-growing international menswear brand is recruiting a talented, highly creative Video Editor. Operating under Job ID 20246, this full-time remote independent contracting position is open to offshore talent located in LATAM and South Africa. Working as part of the dynamic Creative and Marketing team, the successful candidate will own the post-production workflow, producing high-performing video content designed to drive brand awareness and digital performance across key channels. Offering an exciting platform to shape a premium apparel brand’s visual identity, you will craft engaging ad creatives, develop storyboards, and translate marketing campaign insights into compelling visual stories. If you bring 3+ years of professional video editing experience, expertise in tools like Adobe Premiere Pro and After Effects, and a strong portfolio of performance marketing content, apply today to secure this top-tier creative role.

Job Overview

Field	Detail
Job Title	Video Editor (Remote)
Job Opening ID	ID 20246 / 62115752295
Hiring Company	Fast-Growing Menswear & Premium Apparel Brand
Industry	E-commerce / Apparel & Fashion / Creative & Marketing
Job Type	Full-Time Independent Contractor
Location Type	100% Remote (LATAM & South Africa)
Working Hours	Full-Time Operational Hours (Flexible / Brand Aligned)
Target Project Regions	Global E-commerce / Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) Markets
Minimum Experience	3+ Years Professional Video Editing Experience
Date Posted	22 July 2026
Application Status	Open – Accepting Applications Now

About the Role

The hiring client is a rapid-growth direct-to-consumer (DTC) menswear brand dedicated to crafting premium apparel that seamlessly combines everyday comfort, modern performance, and cutting-edge style. Because contemporary digital retail relies heavily on captivating video storytelling to convert viewers into loyal customers, dynamic visual content serves as the backbone of the brand’s growth marketing strategy.

As a full-time offshore Video Editor, you will play a central role in elevating the brand’s presence across paid and organic channels. Moving beyond basic footage assembly, you will collaborate directly with content creators and marketing strategists to concept, edit, and optimize performance-focused ad creatives for Meta, TikTok, YouTube, and other digital platforms. By evaluating campaign performance metrics, refining hooks, and establishing creative post-production techniques, you will help refine the brand’s overall visual storytelling strategy.

Key Responsibilities

End-to-End Video Content Editing

• Edit high-converting, visually engaging short-form and long-form video content tailored for Meta (Facebook & Instagram), TikTok, YouTube, and modern social platforms.

• Assemble raw footage, apply motion graphics, balance audio, perform color grading, and integrate dynamic text overlays to maximize audience retention.

• Produce scalable video ad variations to perform A/B split testing across paid acquisition channels.

Concept Development & Campaign Collaboration

• Develop creative video concepts, detailed storyboards, and script outlines from initial product briefs.

• Work closely with in-house marketers and external content creators to align visual aesthetics with campaign targets.

• Participate in creative brainstorming sessions to generate fresh content hooks for seasonal collection launches and promotional pushes.

Performance Optimization & Analytics Integration

• Analyze creative performance data and campaign insights to iterate on existing video assets.

• Optimize video pacing, visual hooks, call-to-action (CTA) placements, and audio trends based on platform-specific audience engagement metrics.

• Maintain a continuous output of high-performing video ad concepts designed to lower customer acquisition costs (CAC).

Brand Visual Strategy & Asset Management

• Maintain unified brand visual guidelines across all post-production visual assets.

• Manage, organize, and archive raw footage, project files, and finished digital assets in a structured cloud library.

• Bonus Capability: Actively capture original footage or appear on-camera for specific brand assets when project needs arise.

Minimum Requirements

Educational Qualifications & Professional Track Record

• Minimum of 3 years’ proven experience working as a professional Video Editor within an agency, DTC brand, or fast-paced digital media environment.

• Prior experience producing content for direct-to-consumer (DTC) e-commerce apparel or lifestyle fashion brands is strongly preferred.

• A robust, high-quality portfolio showcasing successful social media video campaigns and performance marketing creatives.

Technical & Software Competencies

• Editing Suite Mastery: Hands-on expert proficiency in industry-standard video editing platforms such as Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, or DaVinci Resolve.

• Platform Optimization: In-depth understanding of platform-specific video formatting rules, aspect ratios, sound trends, and pacing strategies for Meta, TikTok, and YouTube.

• Visual Storytelling: Ability to weave product features and brand narrative into persuasive visual hooks that drive immediate consumer action.

Operational & Communication Skills

• Linguistic Mastery: Clear, professional written and spoken English skills for seamless team collaboration.

• Workflow Agility: Excellent time management abilities to handle multiple creative pipelines simultaneously under tight production timelines.

• Creative Problem-Solving: A self-motivated mindset capable of taking minimal direction and executing high-impact creative solutions.

Preferred Qualifications (Advantageous)

• Experience working directly with performance marketing teams to iterate ads based on ROAS and CTR metrics.

• Basic camera operation, lighting, and video capture skills for self-produced content.

• Experience editing motion graphics, 2D animations, or sound design elements for lifestyle apparel brands.

Core Values & Ideal Candidate Profile

Uncompromising Visual Precision

Understanding that frame-accurate timing, crisp audio mixing, and high-impact visual hooks directly impact ad conversions and viewer engagement.

Data-Informed Creativity

Balancing artistic visual storytelling with quantitative campaign performance metrics to create videos that captivate viewers while driving measurable sales growth.

Proactive Departmental Ownership

Thriving in an environment where you pitch ideas, introduce modern editing techniques, and constantly refine workflows to elevate the brand’s visual identity.

Expected Workspace Career Progression

Joining a rapidly expanding e-commerce menswear brand as a Video Editor provides a clear trajectory into senior creative management and content leadership:

Video Editor → Senior Performance Video Editor → Lead Creative Strategist → Head of Creative / Art Director

Frequently Asked Questions

What regions are eligible for this remote position?

This full-time remote role is specifically open to qualified offshore creative professionals located in South Africa and LATAM.

What type of video content will I primarily be editing?

You will primarily edit performance marketing video ads, user-generated content (UGC) compilations, product showcase videos, and organic social media content optimized for Meta, TikTok, and YouTube.

Is this a freelance or full-time position?

This is a Full-Time Independent Contractor role requiring full commitment to the brand’s ongoing marketing and post-production schedule.

How to Apply

To apply for the Video Editor (ID 20246) position, submit your application online through the official recruitment portal. Ensure your application includes a link to your online portfolio or showreel highlighting your performance marketing and social media video editing projects.

• Job Reference: ID 20246 / 62115752295

• Location: 100% Remote (LATAM & South Africa)

• Closing Date: Open until filled (Apply immediately)

👉 Apply Online via the Official Recruitment Portal

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